Nicotine: Memory, Learning & Constipation. A Misunderstood Nootropic

[@carlamccall8271]

I’m a nurse, and when I learned about the nicotinic receptors it made me think that there had to be some benefits from nicotine. then we learned that smokers are actually at less risk for developing colon cancer than non smokers. Of course, in general, smoking increases the risks for a multitude of illnesses, but the effects on colon cancer is so interesting when you think about how smoking “prevents” constipation. Again, the point being that it’s NOT the smoking that provides protection, but the nicotine. Super interesting info Mike! Thank you!

[@Sheeeeeeeeeeeeiiitt]

☕️ 🚬 🏃‍♂️ …. 💥 🚽

[@theb0ganator]

Vaping (with quality juice) or nicotine gum is so much better

[@offensivearch]

I have to say that just because they are called "nicotinic" receptors doesn't mean they are designed for nicotine. This is the same misconception that people sometimes have with cannabanoid receptors.

[@-whackd]

Parkinsons

[@epicchannel4724]

Have you thought that maybe the amounts of pesticides and chemicals added into cigarettes might be a bigger problem than pure tobacco?

[@BryanGarrison1999]

quitting smoking causes tremendous stress. The nootropic Normotim helped me with this. I recommend it to everyone.

[@zepguwlthistle7924]

when i quit smoking is when I got very sick and found I had lymes disease. I kept telling the dr that and he didn't believe me. I guess it was too much stress to quit smoking on my body?

[@Hyperboreann]

While cigars themselves contain up to 400mg of nicotine, data shows the average actually absorbed when properly consumed (not inhaling) is around 1 to 4.5 MG. I have noticed much better sleep, and considerable relief from anxiety smoking 1 to 2 cigars a week.

[@juliak2591]

I confirm that smoking helps schizophrenia symptoms. I remember learning this curious fact many years ago in med school. Dopaminergic pathways are involved in both schizophrenia and Parkinson’s. And cholinergic pathways play a significant role in Alzheimer’s which is why the main treatment consists of meds that increase acetylcholine in the brain. Interesting to know that nicotine affects both. Great presentation!

[@cantbeaslave]

I went to a coroner's conference and schizophrenics have big nicotine receptors so they get short relief from their symptoms hence they chain smoke.

[@Hobohunter23]

As does methamphetamine

[@jaernihiltheus7817]

@@Hobohunter23 yes, but smoking meth is even worse for you than smoking cigarettes (plus it's illegal, unlike nicotine)

[@Hobohunter23]

@@jaernihiltheus7817 that's honestly more debatable than you'd think.

[@graysonbr]

You still don't want the tar.....Mike is advocating for nicotine intake without tar intake.

[@JohnGeorge-pw2xo]

Cigarettes and alcohol addiction actually destroyed my life. I started drinking alcohol since my teenage, spent my whole life fighting Cigarettes and alcohol addiction. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Not until my mom recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. This is something that really need to be use globally to help people with related health challenges.

[@NetaZjdb]

I love hearing great life changing stories like this. I want to become a mycologist because honestly mushrooms are the best form of medicine (most especially the psychedelic ones) There are so many people today used magic mushrooms to ween off of SSRI medication- its amazing! Years back i wrote an entire essay about psychedelics. they saved you from death buddy, lets be honest here.

[@canerbakar-jv2si]

Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏

[@CathieGomez-mp8sk]

Yes Predroshrooms

[@Micnesia-c1l]

YES sure of mycologist Predroshrooms. I have the same experience with anxiety, addiction. Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@NasDaily_11]

Thanks for sharing your story. That's rough I sympathize. Save your health save your mind. Life is better without heroin, cocaine, alcohol and cigarettes. And you have more money in your pocket. God bless everyone who has rejected the devils intentions to be addicted to alcohol and cigarettes etc which can cause so much damage to health. I will pray for you all.

[@katharinewooten4436]

I’ve been using 7mg patches for long covid symptoms. Helps with lung congestion and definitely improves my mood which gives me more energy. I love it. Don’t use it every day.

[@resmarted]

Long covid does not exist, get a grip, 2020 was 4 years ago. Also lose weight.

[@carl8568]

Are they the 24hr controlled release?

[@deeparnell8856]

SAME

[@christinazettler5636]

Were you a smoker? Did you start with 7mg and how long did you use it?

[@comanchewillkillyou]

Aw does the wittle baby have wong covid xD get over yourself, you're pathetic.

[@mikehunt42069]

You didn't mention anything in regards to dose but I think it's very important. If you suspect that it could be of benefit to you, start extremely low. For example I've found 1/4th of a milligram to be sufficient for me to have positive effects. Additionally the effects don't get meaningfully better if i doubled or tripled the dose. And I'm glad you mentioned this: use it as needed for brain work or whenever you anticipate needing extra focus. For my first month of usage I was on 1mg every day, and predictably i got slightly addicted and the benefits waned. I've found once or twice a week, very specifically timed that nicotine gave me great benefits. For reference I'm an 80kg male, so base your dosage off of that if you're thinking of trying this.

[@CptJohn]

I have never looked up the definition of so many words in 1 video before. Fascinating analysis.

[@okaycola2]

Nice

[@enoughfreeways5874]

As someone with ADHD and other learning disabilities, nicotine (in safer delivery devices than smoking/vaping like pouches or gum) has absolutely helped my focus and concentration in the classroom environment. I used to have an endless 'brain fog' feeling and focusing in class felt almost impossible with how fast my brain moved. It's helped me be able to slow down my rapid thoughts, and place my mental focus in one place. Not to say there aren't downsides, but for me, the benefits greatly outweigh the negatives. Just don't start smoking cigs, you just look homeless.

[@AyeAmoxi]

What’re the downsides of gum? On a search for brain and memory improvement

[@StarskySTARS]

I also have adhd and Id take nicotine over prescribed stimulants any day of the week. Much easier on my body and I can focus and be calm.

[@alexlaw1892]

You do realize Adderall is way way more effective right? Not only that Amphetamines can (temporarily) raise your IQ as high as 1 standard deviation. It is also significantly less addictive.

[@StarskySTARS]

@@alexlaw1892 I do understand that but the main problem for me is that I can't really do my job on Adderall or vyvanse.

[@usada5223]

@@alexlaw1892seriously? I think it depends on whether you have the fast acting or short acting version tbh

[@maceain]

been a pipe smoker since 1970. never inhaled the smoke, just enjoy the flavour, also enjoy the fact that it does 'help me think' and relaxes me. in my 70s now, still have a pipe a couple times a day, my memory, cognition, etc., excellent. I am a writer also, I find it helps me. the habit has other benefits, I am the same weight, waist size, as I was in high school. when others eat, I go out to the patio and have a pipe. I am also low carb and have been for decades.

[@GiacomoRavioli]

What kind of pipe tobacco do you use and or what kind to recommend.

[@maceain]

@@GiacomoRavioli this is a subject I know a lot about. So, I am going to wax on. Two pipe makers I like, they make excellent high quality product, i.e. Peterson's (Ireland) and Savenelli (Italy), good price point. On tobacco, I am a native Southerner (Dixie), but have lived and spent much time in Ireland and the UK. It was there I found 'real' tobacco. There are different styles of tobacco, English, Lakeland, straight Virginia, etc., I go with the Lakelands. I call them the Celtic type tobaccos. Samuel Gawith and Gawith Hoggarth are my absolute favourites. Dark Flake, either scented or unscented, or Samuel Gawith 1792. Heavy nicotine hit on those. I never inhale the smoke, no need, you will feel it without inhaling. On pipes, recommend one with at least a six inch stem and with a acrylic bit. I have a large beard, so I use straight stems (safer that way). I have yet to find an American produced pipe tobacco that is good, so I have to order the ones mentioned above. I do like pipe smoking, even before I knew it was 'good' for you, I knew. There are several US shops that carry all these products. Just search on line. Pipe smoking helps with thinking, memory, relaxation, etc. Jung, Tolkien, etc., all knew this. Then in the low Carb research community, there is research on the use of nicotine for cognition (even the military researches this, as it works). Hope this helps, enjoy your pipe ole lad.

[@GiacomoRavioli]

@@maceain that is a wealth of information. I thank you for taking time out of your day. It sure does help.

[@geodude6244]

I smoke a pipe from time to time but I don't inhale it. It's calming and you get a little nicotine but you really aren't getting much of a buzz unless you inhale it.

[@maceain]

@@geodude6244 Try some of the Lakelands, Gawith dark flake, you will get a buzz from it, with no need to inhale. Samuel Gawith 1792 same deal, very strong nicotine content, any of the dark flake UK/Irish style tobaccos will do that. They are 'fired' flakes so smoke very cool also, no tongue bite. I do drink and daily, but have never abused the drink, never drink to excess. My pipe and my drink, adds much to my quality of life, which at my age looms large in my context.

[@quadgod77]

I’m a USAF veteran and currently a mathematics major in university. Nicotine gum is amazing for focus!

[@felipegarciatn]

I read and article years ago about the use of nicotine patches to help with cognition in individuals with Down Syndrome. My oldest has DS but wife was completely opposed to trying them out even intermittently. I like how you phrased it "we need to disentangle cancer from nicotine". I arrived at that conclusion many years ago, but she's not there yet.

[@krog1618]

Idk your situation atm but you should try putting them on a low carb diet temporarily and see if there is any difference in their behavior, it may also be worthwhile to try raw kombucha

[@iHeartAmySue]

@@krog1618agree with this

[@lorettawilson3792]

I started NicNac and the first thing I noticed is that my hunger is gone and that's especially good since I do fast for 16 hours a day. Yayyyy

[@doddgarger6806]

Low carb does it for me without drugs, have done OMAD about a year, but recently started breaking up into a couple smaller meals

[@naej1977]

Me too

[@jordixboy]

Nothing bad in taking drugs, its the same as taking supplements... most drugs come from plants anyway.

[@RioGirl16]

I was fasting religiously and doing OMAD but I’ve been hearing how for women, it can really mess with your hormones. I kinda dismissed the claim because Ive researched how healthy it is to fast until I started feeling really crappy. My doctor ran a hormone panel and it may be coincidence (I’m also in my late 40’s) but all my hormone levels were in the gutter! Im now taking bio-identical hormones to get me back to normal. I have since stopped doing intermittent fasting and eat something light in the late morning. Just something to watch out for as a woman.

[@QuantumMarmalade]

Wow, this may help explain my health improvements since starting smoking only a few puffs throughout the day of pipe tobacco. Not large amounts but over the time I've been doing it my gastro health has skyrocketed and swelling from arthritis etc has plummeted. Don't smoke but if you do, not cigs and not much.

[@Highintensityhealth]

Fascinating, not endorsing smoking either. But thanks for sharing your feedback

[@jsihavealotofplaylists]

I enjoy some pipe tobacco myself, I feel it's much less addictive than other things, and at least to me, tastes better than smoking. I can not endorse, nor confirm nor deny if I had any symptoms. But I'll keep an eye out in the future now because of this video

[@bigchief2331]

The tobacco pipe is a great comfort. I enjoyed it dearly throughout my 20's. These days I use nicotine pouches (Skruf), not quite so relaxing, contemplative and enjoyable as a nice pipe, but it delivers the vitamin N discretely and does the job.

[@svartfrost9978]

I found it interesting that you mentioned that constipation and Parkinsons are related. Because you learn in ayurvedic medicine it is absolutely clear that they belong together. As for my experience I have to add that I have never seen a better effect on Parkinsons as with ayurvedic treatment. Also really cool facts about nicotine, that I have heard of before but wasn't sure if they werde true.

[@iansterling9150]

Im not going to lie, i've been on and off tobacco-free nictone snus packets for the past couple of years (never smoked). I can confirm a number of the topics discussed and I think for me, it's a good occasional nootropic when I need an extra focus boost. I keep nic use sporadic enough so it doesn't become a damaging habit again, and it is good to know we're in an age with tobacco/smoke free options available.

[@HelicopterRidesForCommunists]

I’ve been vaping with very low amounts of nicotine for a couple years now - .25 per 100ml or less - while in college studying computer science and I have definitely noticed it acting as a nootropic aid when I study and take tests. I have a 4.0 and am about to graduate this coming summer. I am not addicted to it and I experience zero negative side effects from cessation. *Edit: There is extensive history of schizophrenia and bipolar disease on my moms side of my family.*

[@intothekey]

Based name

[@nozrep]

vaping nicotine regularly for a couple years and not addicted?😂 lol. ok. cool. you do you. And also, as the guy just explained clearly and concisely, it has benefits. Yet also, it’s better to be honest about a habit or addiction, whether or not an intentionally mentally developed habit or whether an actual neuro-chemically based addiction.

[@HelicopterRidesForCommunists]

@@nozrep Lol haha k lmao 😂😂🤣🤣😂 lol lmao roflcopter k haha🙃😁😁 lol k lmao

[@ayoubzahiri1918]

Yeah low doses of nicotine the withdrawals will be weak

[@BossOfAllTrades]

@@nozrep it becomes an addiction via the benefits it provides rather than the dopamine release.

[@MrMikkyn]

I love how this showed up in my feed. I hope the youtube algorithm sends me more science, nutrition, neuroscience, pharmacology, endocrinology. Yes pls. Thanks I like how this you give straight up technical information about interleukin 10 acetylcholine, nicotinic receptors without dumbing it down. I find the dumbing down really loses the devil in the details and this doesn’t do that. Its great.

[@JMARTIN950]

Started Pipe smoking, I find it as long as you don't abuse (if you get carried away you'll be punished with a headache) it's pretty good. I usually smoke two bowls while reading a book with some water on the side before taking a shower in the morning. The amount of Nicotine I'm cosuming is about 2-3mg so it's nowhere near that of one stick of cigarettes of 8-12mg or continous vape smoking. Also the risk are near to that of a nonesmoker as you don't inhale it to the lungs and you're encouraged not to smoke it to hot but rather control the temperature through practice

[@kkulhavy1960]

Other than nicotine having a calming effect (started smoking at least a pack a 45 years ago, but switched to vaping 9 years ago), and working to reduce stress levels, I found unequivocally that it also definitely helps with my chronic back pain due to MVA many decades ago, and I can postpone going for the prescription pain medications and sometimes don't need them at all when I vape to control the pain. However, downside, I have tried quitting altogether and have discovered I am highly addicted... at least there is an upside to my addiction.

[@TheVioletfire75]

It’s probably because there’s more than just nicotine in those vapes. It’s the other chemicals taht are most likely addictive, not the pure nicotine

[@canardeur8390]

​@@TheVioletfire75 Dr. Bryan Ardis mentions pyrazines in cigarettes as the man-made chemicals that makes people addicted to cigarettes. We could also add ammonia, which is also present in the poor man's cocaine aka crack. However, I would take Dr. Ardis' inputs with some pinches of salt...

[@wesroberts2484]

now I'm going to be listening to your channel because I can tell you thought this through and you're not just parroting stuff that will get you hits on your channel

[@bigchief2331]

Never been addicted, but used it on and off. I find it tremendously beneficial. With nicotine I feel more focussed and at ease, and the dopamine rush is appreciated in these stressful times we are living in. I prefer Swedish nicotine pouches such as Skruf. I've never understood the why nicotine is said to be the most addictive drug in the world, I've never been able to form an addiction to it. I miss it when I don't have it, sure, but I can manage just fine. It's a great nootropic and to be honest I prefer it over alcohol and caffeine.

[@creeplife2802]

You've clearly never smoked a cigar, with a cup of fresh coffee. Try it

[@bigchief2331]

@@creeplife2802 oh believe me I have. Lovely. Coffee and tobacco go so well together. I love a good cigar but sadly here in Australia you’re looking at $30+ for the most basic of sticks. It’s a very rare treat for me these days.

[@creeplife2802]

@Big Chief why so expensive? Is it from shipping? That sucks. I would say buy bulk deals from us suppliers, that way you can get the most for your money. I love coffee, don't smoke too much because I like to relax when I have cigars. I might try the nicotine supplement. I have ocd, and as I've gotten older, I understand it more, but at times it still gets very difficult. I don't get the addiction stuff much either. I've smoked weed, cigarettes, drink liquor etc but I've noticed when I overdid it, or used it emotionally, and I cut it out. I love caffeine though, the best way is black. Such a clean fuel, like pure gasoline lol. As far as nicotine, I choose cigars because it's just natural leaf

[@bigchief2331]

@@creeplife2802 We have the highest tobacco taxes in the world, over $1300 a kg I think now. It sucks. Can try importing and sometimes they get through tax free, but if they get picked up a box ends up costing a fortune. I also take my coffee black, every morning. Caffeine and nicotine are the only drugs I truly love, they help to ease my depression and anxiety and help me to focus. But I have no trouble going without if i have to. I haven’t used any nicotine for over 3 months now, just don’t want to spend the money at the moment. But I will get more eventually, no doubt about that.

[@creeplife2802]

@Big Chief what I started doing, since I have ocd, I get this very high anxiety, I do these stupid rituals/ habits to try and ease it. So, it ends up raising my blood pressure, and high blood pressure is linked to so much bullshit. I've learned there's something called vascular dementia, essentially I think I've been making myself crazy. What I've started taking is l-citrulline. Not only does it boost the blood flow, but it decreases all that tension in my head. I also feel more fluid in a way. Just think it might help you as well. If anything it'll keep your blood pressure down so there's that

[@JamesLaster_NW]

In my experience nicotine gum was very difficult to limit it, and then stop. I started using it only when trying to focus. That worked for a couple months, but then I started to really enjoy it.

[@howard1beale]

Me too! Its way better than smoking!!

[@azwife1715]

It took me 10 years to give up the gum....worse than smoking

[@howard1beale]

@@azwife1715 why did you give it up?

[@azwife1715]

@@howard1beale It is expensive and found and myself chewing more and more

[@howard1beale]

@@azwife1715 yeah its expensive but much cheaper than cigarettes. I don't rely chew it properly these days... I chew it and swallow it lol

[@riiko92]

Regarding the studies done with smokers, the thing is, tobacco has more in it than just nicotine, for example solanesol. Who knows what else. So we can't assume it's only the nicotine that's the beneficial compound. I'm not telling anybody to smoke but that's the traditional tasty way I enjoy it. I think it's fine to smoke a little here and there, that it's more about the overall balance of things in life.

[@amyrobinson8598]

I also heard recently, I think Dr. Ardis, that his wife’s tinnitus was helped by pure nicotine. That’s my interest in trying it. Thanks for the supplier info!

[@urdin2242]

I have ADHD and autism. Nicotine has been an incredible help to me. I’ve been smoking a pipe then cigarettes then a vape to quit cigs. My doctor told me vapes are worse for you and it really started to run my life so I went back to cigarettes. I’ve been wanting to quit tobacco for a long time because of a history of lung cancer from smoking in my family, but nicotine has been so beneficial for my brain health that I’ve been conflicted about quitting. Thanks for talking about tobacco free nicotine and posting that link to it. I think I finally found a solution to my problem.

[@ScottyKushin]

Look into the nicotine pouches. I used Zyn to quit smoking cigarettes and I love how beneficial nicotine has been to my life!

[@KatinaLifeCoach4444]

​@@ScottyKushin? Where do you get the patches or pouches?

[@ScottyKushin]

@@KatinaLifeCoach4444 I’m up in Canada so I order them off the internet or I go to my local native reservation where they are allowed to sell them without any government interference. But I would recommend looking online, their are lots of website that sell nicotine pouches as well as chewing tobacco or snus.

[@godlikemachine645]

​@@KatinaLifeCoach4444 Walmart. LOL

[@AkselMagnus]

I’ve had a major surgery in my abdomen two years ago, removing Sarkoma tumors, resulting in tremendous amount of scar tissue that bothers my intestines causing constipation. I use «snus» tobacco/nicotine pouches daily and that has helped me out a-lot with this issue.

[@tumbleweeduk7479]

Homoeopathic silica over time removes scar tissue. Namaste 🙏

[@Randomness65535]

Just to leave some food for thought: Most of the data we have on the health effects of tobacco come from addicts who smoke conventional cigarettes, which contain additives not present in the natural product, and which inevitably undergo chemical reactions as a result of combustion during the smoking itself. We have a lot less data on tobacco use as practiced by the American natives since long before Europeans came to the New World: smoking (usually not inhaling) tobacco leaf that was cured _only_ and nothing else, if even cured at all. Not to mention the cultivation methods, genetics, and the prevalence of relatives of tobacco (nicotiana tabacum) such as nicotiana rustica.

[@LorienzoDeGarcia]

Just to add that Dr Bryan Ardis also revealed that smokers also are less likely to have or deteriorate into severe COVID-19 (obviously heavy smoking and the harmful chemicals within will destroy you, but we are talking about again, the NICOTINE inside of it), and it was just creepy with the timing of that finding vs that horse from New Zealand banned smoking. It is freaking eerie.

[@Rocketscientist66]

Along with NAC, Ivermectin, HydrChl, breathing oxygen, and, and, and!! They‘ve literally forced the masses into suicide . . . how friendly of them

[@lovethemountains]

How do you know it's the nicotine and not the smoke itself that protected against Covid-19?

[@GK-ec5df]

I thought I was the only one who thought she looked like a horse. No offense to horses.

[@michaelt2397]

Well, as a smoker ... I'm trying to shift to e-cigarettes now. But anecdotally, I like cigarettes when having bowel movements. And over my career, I thought that nicotine stimulated my ability to do problem solving as well. Smoking is definitely a bad habit, but it is illuminating to hear about the benefits of nicotine as a separate issue. Thanks for the video.

[@howard1beale]

Too much info

[@epicchannel4724]

Shifting onto ecigs from smoking takes time. Do both for a while and make sure you choose the right ecig and the right level of nicotine or you may give up trying. 10 years I'm off real cigs and now vape.

[@howard1beale]

@@epicchannel4724 vaping is just awful. What's the point?

[@Nolaman70]

@@howard1beale to help people stop smoking cigarettes. Silly.

[@FloridaGoth]

I had a harder time quitting e cigarettes than actual cigarettes. There's no filter with ecigs so your nicotine concentrate is higher. Cigarettes, as bad as they are, do have a filter, meaning less

[@banginghats2]

There was a recent study that showed that nicotine can boost the NAD+ salvage pathway, to boost NAD+ levels and slow aging.

[@artsiecrafty4164]

The NICOTINE PATCH is being studied for the prevention and even improvements in Alzheimer’s patients. I use a patch because I’m 74 years old and I wish now to prevent this, but I also want to improve Long Covid symptoms that have persisted for over two years. I was not a smoker. The patch must be started gradually over some months. This study is out of Vanderbilt University. Also you mentioned addiction. Nicotine by itself is not addicting, but I am doing so well on it that I would be hard pressed to quit the patch.

[@gadgetgrader]

Hi which patch do you currently use ?

[@angelo16d28]

I chewed tabaco for 20 yrs quit about 4 yrs ago. I really mis it. helped me relax and focus.

[@JuliaOverbytv]

Wow! Huge fan of your work, thanks Mike! I might be a tad biased because my fiancé is one of the founders of Nic Nac, but I truly LOVE learning about tobacco free nicotine and this was a very concise and fascinating video. You're a huge inspiration to us and we always enjoy sharing your posts and videos with our friends and family. Thank you for shouting out Nic Nac :)

[@kennythelenny6819]

is he looking for additional help in the company?if he needs a pharmacist can you recommend me?

[@GK-ec5df]

PLease have your fiance change the code for 15% off to HIH because it doesn't work on the nic nac site. Thanks.

[@oliverbird6914]

What are your thoughts on the vascular and bone issues associated with it. It's helping so much with my chronic fatigue syndrome and dysautonomia but I worry about long term effects

[@tumbleweeduk7479]

Is it available in the U.K. please??

[@virtusetglorie]

*edit to include nicotine gum/lozenges since people do not believe I was addicted to NICOTINE instead of vapes or cigarettes* I have just broken a horrible addiction to nicotine, cigarettes for 15 years, vapes, nicotine lozenges & nicotine gum for the last few years. After being in treatment for an addiction to opiates and having 3 months off of those. I have always "needed" tons of nicotine, 2 packs a day type person. As an ADHD person, I have noticed nothing but improvements in my anxiety and energy levels since quitting. Perhaps I'm an outlier, but I would not risk going back for any benefits. The only way I'm going back to either of those substances would be relapse due to cravings and I'm working VERY hard to make sure that never happens.

[@firmbeliever3847]

Wooo me to. Smoking to vape to vape with no nic to quitying altogether. Feeling great & finding more time. Dont have to find time to escape & get a fix. Went from smelly breath/clothes to having a different feel in spit (cleaner), no more dry mouth/throat. Thank God. Saving monneeyyy

[@brawndothethirstmutilator9848]

Good work! Nobody should risk returning to a substance they have a history of addiction or abuse with for a marginal physical health benefit.

[@TheCooterboo]

Nicotine products have addictive compounds added and physical routines/marketing that your body craves.

[@bendikkirkbakk1833]

Vaping ok 👍 i got my health back. 20 year cigarette. Vaping all day long.

[@virtusetglorie]

@@Amy_Watson I hate to tell you, I easily put down cigarettes for nicotine vapes and then easily put down vapes for nicotine lozenges and would need to suck on 5mg lozenges several times throughout the day, every day, to the point I was going through tubes of them in 2 or 3 days that were meant to last 2 weeks. When I stopped the lozenges, I started to withdrawal and was mad, agitated, irritable and anxious, even depressed. Just like when quitting cigs. If I made it a day or and put a lozenge in, I would feel an extremely pleasurable high/dizziness from the nicotine and immediately feel good again. I WAS addicted to nicotine. I would know, I was there.

[@ivantodorov8850]

The like button clicked. I'm using nicotine sprey and it helped me a lot. My sleep I so much better. I'm able to stay asleep for the entire night. Five years was struggling with little to none sleep. My neck spasms after stress events was nightmare. Now it's almost gone. I'm handling stress way better. My ears ringing is much better(I believe it is the better sleep the reason) My breathing is deeper e slower. I can breathe 1-2 times per minute easily. The only issue is the nausea and my stomach gets very upset some times. Still adjusting to the dose. My sprey is 1mg.

[@reneeharkness1337]

Med Cram did a couple videos on how the studies showed that nicotine stopped COVID from entering the lungs. All of this is fascinating! Thank you!

[@epicchannel4724]

Yep, it binds on ACE2 stopping viral attachment as well as IL6 reduction.

[@saltrock9642]

The lung cancer doesn’t want any help, Covid had to get out.

[@Fredman5551]

@@saltrock9642 nicotine doesn’t cause the cancer. The 99+ other chemicals do.

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

I've been considering buying some gum in case I get Covid again. I didn't realize med cram did a video on it. Gotta check that out.

[@reneeharkness1337]

@@Eyes0penNoFear the videos were not specifically about how nicotine stops COVID but was in the the videos they did. If I find it I will send it to you in this feed!

[@helenahandkart1857]

It also counteracts some of the side effects of many antipsychosis meds.

[@SuperIndomitus]

I quit tobacco and am now sorry for it. nothing but problems. i'm ordering what you recommend.

[@shaynadavidovhansonrealtor]

Just read something also that Dr Ardis recommends for jab injured

[@jamesboaz4787]

Like coca leaves. I'd love to try the natural thing. It's absolutely atrocious we can't use it in the USA. It's legal in leaf or tea all over just not here.

[@tovemargrethedyblie6628]

Thank you so much for this video - it has been incredibly helpful. I have tried quitting smoking several times in my life, including staying off sigarettes for several years. The worst part for me was NOT the cravings or mental addiction - it was more that my body did not work as it used to. As my lungcapacity increased, my cronic constipation set it, and my ability to focus got reduced. It got so bad, and I got so sick my doctor was worried about colon cancer due to all the severe sympthoms. Luckily all the tests came out negative. I tried all sorts of ways and diets to combat my lack of bowel movement to no avail. SO - I was back to smoking.... this was 10 yeras ago. However I really do want to quit smoking - due to all its other really bad health effects. I had written a list of all the benefits og quitting, but also the lists of what was bad for me about quitting. This video gave me a deeper undertstanding og the link between nicotine and the body, and it fit my case to the tea. Armed with this knowledge, I am now much more optimistic about quitting smoking, as I have been pointed to a possible stratgy for avoiding the negative effects of quitting smoking. HURRAY!! :-)

[@suyayvazquez2190]

No wonder people back in the day were never depressed. And neurodivergent people were able to be "normal" hahaha (I have ADHD I like nic better then adderall for calming)

[@Blacktopcowboy]

Every time I smoke a cigar I’m so much more mellow than with a Xanax, and I want to write a song and play guitar within mins. Blows my mind but it totally makes sense.

[@terrytari1891]

Hey Mike, I use Niacin (B-3)!

[@Stoitism]

I occasionally use nicotine to relax with at home as an alternative to alcohol as I quit drinking some time ago, not that I drank very often anyway. I am aware of its addictive properties however so I limit its use to once or twice per fortnight.

[@MandyDDennis]

For me, the best nootropic was normotim. I've been taking it for a long time and everything is cool!

[@DanBlabbers]

I struggled with alcohol use disorder for a long time and being sober now. The effects of brain fog and memory are frustrating. I started using zyn a few times a week and it really helps with cravings and I think it will help with the brain fog too. There are so many negative videos on nicotine and addiction but in moderation it’s great. It subdues cravings and the day after drinking there’s a lingering depressive effect that the nicotine clears up.

[@tawnipargman8237]

I adore my nicotine lozenges. Started these after I quit drinking 3 years ago. Andrew Huberman also has a great podcast covering nicotine...

[@Pedro-of4tn]

Hi, how are you?, how has your experience been so far with Nicotine lozenges?

[@MADSCIENTISTGONESANE6166]

Also intentions with tobacco/nicotine goes a long way. It's really medicinal and therapeutic when moving with that approach. It's a painkiller/reliever - helps with digestion , soothing the stomach for a good bowel movement. It also helps grounds and balances heightened emotions. It's pretty much therapeutically introspectively meditative when used with that intention or just approach. Well this is how i go about utilizing it and have for years

[@sebprovision]

Just what I was looking for. Also subscribed.

[@Gracie2276]

Great information I’ll look more into this. I was a smoker when I was very young, quit at 23, then began years of severe anxiety don’t have anxiety anymore due to how i try to take care of myself but now 46, I’m ten years after a TBI, both my kids one autistic one ADD… interesting correlations

[@MutantDustBunny]

Me too! My TBI was 14 years ago, I smoked when i was in my early 20s, quit cold turkey, but now I am smoking a small amount every day because I have a lot of issues from my brain injury and I am terrified of Alzheimer's I am 68

[@Get_to_the_Point]

It is also tremendously helpful for crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The problem is that it is extremely addictive, and will lead to high blood pressure. It is also expensive.

[@Get_to_the_Point]

@@thomask837 I know several people that have found tobacco to be nearly the Godsend that cannabis is for Crohns. You really can't believe these western medicine people and their bs. Just look at all the BS they fed us on the covid psyops. There are so many examples of "experts" not knowing what they are talking about

[@erimei8478]

Where's the data on it leading to high blood pressure?

[@Get_to_the_Point]

www.nhlbi.nih.gov/news/2021/scientists-investigate-link-between-smoking-and-high-blood-pressure

[@sofyaniskandar9125]

After 1 year quite smoking i got proctitis, try lot med but did not help. Start smoking again belive it or not it do help 🙏

[@trent1984]

It definitely helps with the bowels, I smoke a cig before work so I don't end up having to drop a deuce when I can't

[@rocketmaniscool]

Are nicotine patches and gums a safe way to use and get nicotine benefits?

[@joedizzelfoerizle]

The gum is my go to, has been for 15 years easy. You have to keep those lungs clean, no vaping guys. Still get the benefits with the gum without the lung inflammation

[@HH-hb9uy]

If you have constipation issues, do this: make a smoothie every day as your first meal of the, and add 2 teaspoon nigella seeds to your smoothie, it does absolutely wonder for your bowel movement! I do this every day and it feels very naturally as well.

[@patsyporter1266]

Goodness would I like to talk to you! Chiari malformation is whatt i have, post operation or spinal decompression, now disabled, I have lost faith in mainstream medicine, now no control of my organs, consipation is a challenge, but i take no meds except what i have learned from you and other great people, quercitin, and Nac, thank you for the hope you hhave given kind regards Patsy

[@jerseyjim9092]

Like grandpop always said, never ask a barber if u need a haircut.

[@ronmorey3475]

Always interesting Mike! I remember you talking to Stasha Gominak about some of this last year. Like so much of your content, that interview with her is so dense with interesting stuff that I keep referring back to it. Thank you for what you do!

[@Mario-forall]

Never having smoked I started vaping unflavored nicotine for its supposed health benefits. What I found is that vaping is incredibly addictive and it seems to affect my lungs. Now I just put a few drops of vape juice under my tongue before a workout and the effects are noticeable. I can superset with high intensity and minimal rest for about an hour until I suddenly the wall, which indicates the end of the workout.

[@Fredman5551]

are the addictive properties the same for you when taken orally vs inhaled?

[@Mario-forall]

@@Fredman5551 apparently not. I feel the urge to vape but not to put vape juice under my tongue. Andrew Hubberman has mentioned that the dopamine hit caused by Nicotine is much stronger if inhaled compared to others means of administration which may be the reason behind its addictiveness.

[@niqwalshensemble9164]

@@Mario-forall the rapid onset of the effect induced by smoking explains the addictiveness. This is why crack is more addictive than powdered cocaine.

[@Mario-forall]

@@niqwalshensemble9164 I agree. I used coke a few times and could barely feel any effect. I also tried crack once and its effect is amazing, an overwhelming feeling of wellbeing. I am sure if I had 100g of crack I would end up consuming them in one evening, which is why never used it again.

[@jacobdebernardi4385]

I've been long distance backpacking the past 3 summers. and this last summer I decided to experiment with nicotine. I foolishly started with a 6 mg Zyn and almost browned myself, the stuff's no joke. I found the come down to be not worth the high though, maybe I need less of a dose. Even 3mg was too much for me. Definitely a good hit of dopamine there.

[@kennythelenny6819]

That dose is too much and as you mentioned the low down following the high i.e. drowsiness, nausea is unpleasant. I think microdosing perhaps 1mg , is the way to go to get a nice initial dopamine hit followed by a prolonged and sustained level of focus and stimulation for optimal benefit.

[@nicks1644]

A dr said if you get dizziness vomiting etc you’re detoxing from venom

[@happynjoyousnfree]

10:00 that is super interesting about schizophrenia. I'm in mental health and schizophrenics always tend to smoke--a lot! It would be great to suggest a supplement instead!

[@sheedy9]

I think it's 90+% smoke.

[@wacko4joeflacco]

Is there any harm in using the Amazon brand or Nicolette brand lozenges or gum? These “healthier” options from Nic NAC and Lucy are great but cost much more. Would love to here if anyone has experience with the more budget friendly brands

[@benevolentcaucasian]

I am trying to order some but am getting an ageid error message. I’ll call them tomorrow and inquire about this. Thank you Mike. This is excellent information. Wish I had known this a few years earlier - my mom passed away earlier this year of Parkinsons related issues.

[@pamelahuelfer8691]

I buy nicotine losenges at Costco

[@riiko92]

I don't find it addictive at all. Same with coffee. I think the whole addiction issue is really misunderstood by people. People self-medicate with these things and when they try to be without them, they confuse the effects of bad diet etc with withdrawals.

[@nyxypyxy]

I see the benefits you are talking about, and with my issues with my brain since covid, it's tempting, but I have had a lifelong unhealthy relationship with tobacco, and having been free of it for almost 2 years now, I am extremely leery of my own dependence returning if I were to use the nicotine. I will definitely be sharing this data.

[@georgiaworth6667]

Me, too.

[@Freedomfortruth90]

It's great that you know yourself friend..

[@daiwatson4514]

I was addicted to cigarettes 25 years ago and I found it very difficult to stop. I've recently started experimenting with snus nicotine pouches for the benefits. I am careful not to take a pouch everyday but after a only a few weeks the pouches are now never far from my thoughts. It's so addictive. I'm determined not to need them, I don't want to be a slave to nicotine.

[@kmcel190]

Ive recently started using lozenges, 2mg, around 8mg total a day, mostly in the morning and never within 4hrs of bedtime. Despite all of the warnings ive seen about nicotine and sleep quality, my sleep is drastically improved and I get adequate sleep now.

[@jimmy999S]

Hasn't nicotine been shown to decrease serum levels of testosterone? Doesn't that mean that nicotine causes more harm than good, especially to men? I also want your opinion on some things, what do you think of vaping and is there a threshold that makes one addicted to nicotine (5 or 10 mg for example)?

[@offensivearch]

Is it specifically nicotine that does this or smoking?

[@jimmy999S]

@@offensivearch From what I've read (and I could be miss-remembering) it's nicotine. Although all the additional toxic chemicals you inhale from smoking are probably adding to the problem.

[@NikkiGregory]

I’m 😃 I found this channel. Thank you.

[@addrickstich6385]

The first note about nicotine and the colon reminded me of that episode of House where he tells a guy 1 cigarette a day no more no less for your constipation, kinda funny but he has a point.

[@ursulaaugustynski5271]

Thank you so much for this and all your great videos that explain the whole truth about health. 🙏🌸🌞😃

[@pixelburnout]

I came off antidepressants and started using a nicotine spray. Has been a game changer. Although it's difficult limiting the amount I use. Trying to stick to 12mg per day but often that blows out. Not sure how much is too much...

[@kathleenking47]

Why were you on those

[@pixelburnout]

@@kathleenking47 depression and anxiety with brain fog and panic attacks being a big issue.

[@karenhikesalot]

Quitting nicotine was harder than losing 80 pounds. Yeah, there's that.

[@rangerdoc1029]

It's the pyrazines that are added to tobacco that are addictive. The average person consumes 1-2 cigarettes worth of nicotine every day from fruits & vegetables.

[@zakmoton]

@@rangerdoc1029💯

[@lisagrl89m.67]

@@rangerdoc1029exactly!

[@DaveSimkus]

@@rangerdoc1029 wtf are you on about lol nicotine in fruits and veggies?

[@leilanivail7169]

@@DaveSimkusall your nightshade veggies have nicotine.

[@1wisestein]

I’ve been on every kind of stimulant for ADHD but none have helped me with the follow through on tasks that I’ve gotten when taking polacrylex gum (nicotine gum).

[@capcomfan82]

Lots and lots of people have a smoke and a coffee soon as they wake up to hit the toilet lol.

[@jholeify]

I used to do that. I quit smoking 10nyrs ago. Nowadays I hit the toilet as soon as I'm awake. Or maybe 10-20 min from waking.

[@Scorpionwins23]

Lol, in my 20s and into my 30s I did this. Now It's black coffee, a glass of water, and a nicotine patch, works wonders! I study a lot too and I do find wearing the patch significantly helps my ability to focus and study for longer.

[@jakubzneba1965]

doing this before eating is disgusting and unhealthy

[@iroulis]

I started smoking, again, in 2022, after a 12 year break, to quell boredom snacking. Tobacco smoking is the most natural and self regulating form of nicotine intake: Just make sure the tobacco is as unadulterated as possible.

[@claires8735]

Mike, my husband and I both struggle with ADD. How often would we take the NicNac Natural?

[@newhorizonsrequired7832]

I want to know too

[@andrejka_talking_out_loud]

i would start off small, slow and low doses... I heard about nicotine for protection from the bioweapon and one time I chewed a whole piece of the gum and it made me feel terrible as I think a lot of toxins were mobilized. Now I just bite off a quarter piece and mix it with a couple pieces of healthier gum .. and I feel no difference which is a good sign.

[@Davido50]

I use "nicotine pouches" myself low- dose ..bout 6 p/day..never smoked in my life! *Don't drink. Eat well. Healthy weight etc. Like Rogue brand. Use to reduce anxiety & def the cognitive benefits are very good* 👍🏻 -Ohio

[@skmanny2525]

I have nicotine gum once a week. I started smoking for one whole year also notice the benefits from smoking but my cognitive ability started decline rapidly so I decided to quit within 9 months of smoking and looked into the benefits of nicotine and started taking just nicotine gum.

[@tumbleweeduk7479]

What benefits are you noticing, please? Namaste 🙏💜🙏

[@skmanny2525]

@@tumbleweeduk7479 I've noticed being way more alert, focus, and more energy. It's like coffee in a way tbh but more intense also feel happy without the drawbacks from smoking. Since you become more focus you'll eat less also this be my case but don't get become dependent on it. To truly reap the benefits take it randomly or when you need to do something tedious.

[@roderickforrey6989]

I worked at a state hospital with thousands of Schizophrenic patients and most of them >90% smoked and behaviorally derived much benefit from tobacco with the Psychiatrists encouraging their use to control symptoms.

[@mitzir3873]

Interesting, I also found that Supplements that stop the breakdown of acetylcholine include Bacopa monnieri, Ginkgo biloba and huperzine A.

[@scott4587]

I struggled with adhd when I was a kid. On and off meds and couldn’t focus or sit still in class. When I started smoking at 21 most of my adhd symptoms disappeared but my body was a wreck after a few years from the cigarettes. 6 years ago I switched to vaping. Now I play hockey 3 times a week, do intense cardio 3 times a week, eat really well, practice yoga and meditation every day, lift weights and I’ve never felt better. I’m about to sell my company too and I’m convinced that the nicotine has treated my adhd that I had when I was a kid. Just had to find a way to use it without harming my body too much. I know a lot of people think vaping is bad, and I’m sure it is. But i don’t feel like a smoker anymore. My circulation is good. My lungs are clear and my breathing is normal. I’m hyper aware of my feelings/body sensations so if something isn’t good for me I can feel it loud and clear.

[@Rotatez]

How often are you vaping during the day?

[@jdata]

You're missing the big picture. You're eating better, physically active, probably sleeping better, etc. All of these HUGE lifestyle changes are definitely doing you more good than the nicotine.

[@dragonrider1467]

@@jdata When you've got ADHD, though, its incredibly difficult to *START* anything. The nicotine could've made it easier to get that ball rolling. But yes, once you get started, those things all help ADHD as well. Multifaceted.

[@scott4587]

@@jdata You missed my point. I was saying I do all this healthy stuff despite vaping. Most people who smoke cigarettes fee like shit all the time and don’t try being healthy.

[@jdata]

@@dragonrider1467 great point. Starting new things is always difficult. Nicotine is definitely helpful, I just wanted to point out that exercising a handful of healthy lifestyle changes is going to have a massive impact on quality of life.

[@jc-rq8or]

Along as you don't use tobacco with chemical additives or inhale the smoke into your lungs when smoking, your fine.

[@wellnesscoach73]

Nasal snuff will do wonders to anyone willing to try it.from cigars and pipe smoking nasal snuff is cheap and healthier than other forms.relief stress etc etc

[@kt-so6dh]

I'm a smoker/vaper with crohns disease and I'm constantly being told that stopping smoking will help ease issues, but curiously for those that have ulcerative colitis, nicotine/smoking can actually help temper the problems. So when I saw this pop up on my news feed I was interested.

[@Highintensityhealth]

Ditch the smoking and go for a tobacco free nicotine.

[@nygirl1616]

Hello! I have Crohn’s disease and ADHD.. smoking was very useful for managing my ADHD but detrimental for Crohn’s.. would not recommend for digestive issues or disease!

[@MADSCIENTISTGONESANE6166]

Yep indeed helps with and eases anyone with some kind of IBS or digestive disorder. Especially constipation and little bit of bloating. Main reason outside of its calming and uplifting effects. Though the real uplifting effects is when I can get a good bowel movement going, therefore I don't feel as sluggish. It doesn't matter what I may eat at times . . That gassy bloated constipated feeling sucks. So yeah it's best to be mindful of what source for your nicotine consumption that you may want/need to use.

[@IamColt13]

Are products like ON! And similar types of products ok to use ?

[@nancykennedy9397]

I have been reading the book Niacin the real story. It was original called nicotine acid. High doses of niacin have shown improvement in mental illness including schizophrenia and depression. Also Parkinson. What I'm not sure is how Niacin is linked to Nicotin. Are they the same? It's very interesting to me all the benefits.

[@aerithgrowsflowers]

Great pesticide as well

[@offensivearch]

My mom was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's. It is interesting that the constipation, gut, and IBS symtoms didn't seem to be prominent in the beginning but now a couple decades after her diagnosis they are a major problem. It seems like these problems were always there but she wasn't aware of them. In my reading of the research the pathogenisis of Parkinson's mainly involves metabolic dysfunction, specifically oxidative stress not being addressed (damage caused by excess free radicals, which themselves are produced as a natural result of oxidative phosphorylation), but the recent work has been finding more links to gut health.

[@leighwalton8190]

See E.O. Nutrition's recent yt video. :)

[@bobcocampo]

What is the research on keto 🥑🥓🥚🧀 to improve learning and memory for students👩‍🎓

[@Confusione_Infinito_Absurdum]

I haven't watched this yet, but the title has encouraged me to go buy a box of Marlboro's.

[@0my]

what the heck? this info is going mainstream? this is the only treatment (that I could access) that helped me with covid "brain fog"

[@Highintensityhealth]

Is that right? Did you find nicotine helpful?

[@Zamstein]

Tobacco also contains phenols which can compete for Niacin uptake in the GPR 109 A receptor… so just go straight to B3.

[@robbiasetti4678]

Great video. I used the gum years ago to quit snuff. I see the benefit of nicotine for sure; just a caveat that it will increase blood glucose and blood pressure. Btw, its an excellent fat burner as well.

[@athena144]

data suggests a decrease in blood pressure

[@robbiasetti4678]

@@athena144really?! Everything that I’ve read says it increases it. Do you have links?

[@athena144]

@@robbiasetti4678 Its been a while since I really looked at this so I only have one source but here you go... He talks about safety concerns with long term therapeutic nicotine ( including BP ) at around min 15 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oH3XYWebfqZ7d7M

[@iGNiTETheKiD]

@@robbiasetti4678deff increases it. Hypertension is major problem. Nicotine constricts blood vessels

[@druelleb9620]

It's hard to know what dosage to take! I've been taking 1mg every 2nd or 3rd day for about 5 months now. 🤔

[@Draziell]

There's some studies that show that magnesium bisglycinate and taurate crosses de BBB in humans also. If I find them in my PC, I'll post here

[@joyslove3858]

Thanks for sharing that, will look into it

[@Dithyrambic89]

Would chewing nicotine gum give the same benefits?

[@damnwolf]

Yeeeeah, I'd rather I never again be able concentrate than entering the nicotine withdrawal cycle again. Anyway, my peaks of concentration during my 20 year addiction's lifecycle were lower than my troughs since, cause I don't get distracted thinking when my next cigarette will come.

[@Pedro-of4tn]

Thank you for sharing sir.

[@rodmena3404]

Could there be a correlation between the rise in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's and all the anti-smoking programs going around